Reconnecting with My High School Class

My high school class, the Batch of Hope, held its third Annual General Meeting in Limbe on Saturday, 25 July 2026. It was a joyful opportunity to reconnect, enjoy fellowship, celebrate our shared journey and plan initiatives that will benefit both our members and our alma mater.

I had the privilege of sharing a devotional based on Psalm 126:3: “The LORD has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.” We reflected on God’s faithfulness through our different life journeys and were encouraged to remain grateful, strengthen our friendships and make a positive difference wherever God has placed us.

I also used the opportunity to remind my classmates that they can access and read the Bible on their mobile phones. It was a simple but meaningful way to encourage greater engagement with God’s Word through digital Bible resources.

Small beginnings, great possibilities!

As the World Cup comes to an end, I look at my little nephew Bright, who is visiting us and loves playing with his ball. I am helping him learn that he is free to enjoy it in the yard, while the living room is better suited for other activities.

As I watch him, I wonder what the future holds. Could he one day become a football star? There is simply no way of knowing now. However, every great player, leader or servant of God once began as a child whose potential was not yet fully visible.

Transformational leadership means recognizing God-given potential, encouraging it, providing loving guidance and helping people develop discipline and character. We may not know what a child will become, but we can faithfully nurture what God has placed within them.

“Do not despise these small beginnings.” Zechariah 4:10

Today, it is Bright and his ball. Tomorrow, only God knows; but the journey of growth has already begun.

A Snail's Sermon

I took this photo in Kenya, and it struck me that even a snail can teach us something about faith.

1. Progress, not speed

The snail moves slowly, yet it keeps moving.
Faithfulness matters more than pace (Galatians 6:9). Growth in Christ is steady, not rushed.

2. Carrying its home
It lives with its shell—its covering and protection.
Our true security is in God’s presence, not external circumstances (Psalm 91:1).

3. The wounded shell
Even with visible damage, it continues forward.
God uses broken vessels. Your wounds do not disqualify you; they testify to His sustaining grace (2 Corinthians 12:9).

4. Vulnerability and dependence
Without its shell, the snail is exposed.
We are dependent on God daily; apart from Him, we are spiritually fragile (John 15:5).

5. Humility and lowliness
It moves close to the ground, unnoticed.
Kingdom impact is often quiet and humble (Micah 6:8).

6. Perseverance in difficulty
It moves across rough surfaces without stopping.
The Christian life requires endurance despite resistance (Hebrews 12:1).

7. Leaving a trail
Where it passes, it leaves a mark.
Our lives should leave evidence of Christ—love, service, and truth (Matthew 5:16).

Summary thought:
God is not in a hurry with you. Even wounded, slow, or unnoticed, you are still moving under His grace—and that is enough.

 

Missions Belong to All (Stepping Stone Church - Gouveneur, New York September 2025)

In 2007, when I first heard the Lord’s call, I found myself questioning: How could an African be a missionary? I had always thought missionaries were Westerners. Yet God was planting a seed I could not fully understand at the time.

Fifteen years later, that seed blossomed when I became the first missionary to be commissioned from our church. Three years afterward, I visited a church in the U.S. on Missions Sunday. I had the privilege of preaching a message titled “Ordinary People, Extraordinary Mission” and sharing stories of God’s work around the world. Afterward, the teacher of a youth group shared with me that her students were amazed. She explained that, although they had often heard about missionaries, I was the first “real missionary” they had ever seen in person. Hearing this through her, I was humbled and reminded of the impact of simply showing up to live out God’s call.

Moments like these remind me that God is reshaping our understanding of missions. The call to “go into all the world” is not limited to one culture or continent—it is for the whole Church. Wherever we come from, we are invited to take part in His global story.

The question is: what role will you play in this story?

A Legacy of Impact and Transformation

 

As I recently reflected on my years of service in Cameroon, I was amazed to realize that, from my time with SIL Cameroon (2002–2013) to CABTAL (2013–2023), I had the privilege of supporting 79 language communities across the country through IT and Language Technology. Today, many of these languages are thriving, with life-changing impact as people engage with God’s Word in the language they understand best. Resources are now available in both print and digital formats, ensuring greater accessibility for these communities.

In recent years, I have also had the joy of mentoring three Cameroonian leaders—one from the Greater North, one from the Greater West, and another from the Greater South. Our journey together has been enriching, as we learned from one another despite my role as the team leader. Today, they are driving the efforts forward independently, allowing me to shift my focus to broader work across the continent. This brings me deep fulfillment, knowing that the mission continues to flourish in capable hands.

I pray that the work of the Lord will prosper in them and through them, transforming even more lives for His glory.

A Special Visit and the Power of Resilience

 

After several years apart due to the ongoing crisis in Anglophone Cameroon, my mom has finally been able to visit us. She arrived with her smartphone and was amazed at what she could learn and accomplish with it. Teaching her has been a jy, and I thank God for the skills I’ve gained in adult education, which now help me guide her in navigating technology. Seeing her embrace this new knowledge with excitement is truly inspiring. She even noticed people accessing Scriptures on their phones in church and wondered how they did it. Now, she knows—and she’s making an effort to do it herself! She was especially shocked when I told her that the Lamnso' Bible App was compiled by me! That moment opened the door for me to share more about the kind of work I do, making Bible translation and literacy accessible.
During her stay, I also noticed she was struggling to read. When I asked about her glasses, she said they got lost while escaping into the bushes. She explained that whenever there is an encounter between separatists and soldiers in their area, the locals must flee to the bush for safety. In the chaos, people might lose not just valuables but, tragically, even their lives. Hearing her recount these experiences was heartbreaking. It reminded me that resilience is not only about learning new things but also about enduring hardship with hope.
These are the harsh realities of war that many never understand unless they live in a conflict zone. My mother’s story is just one among many. We truly need to pray for this part of Cameroon and for all regions of the world experiencing political crises. More than that, may we also seek ways to bring hope and healing to those who are suffering.

Answering the call: Commissioned to serve and share the Gospel

 

February 16 was a joyful celebration at Agape Baptist Church, Nkoulou, Yaoundé, as we joined Martin and Faith Marara in their commissioning by the church, in partnership with Wycliffe Africa, to serve the Lord. This was especially exciting for us, as we answered the same call nearly two years ago. Like Martin and Faith, our role as missionaries is to facilitate Bible translation and language development in Africa, serving in various ways.

Rev. Haison, in his exhortation and charge, reminded the Mararas—and all of us (missionaries present)—that we are commissioned to preach the gospel at all times, not just from the pulpit. Preaching from Psalm 67, he challenged us to live in a way that causes all nations to praise God through the task He has given us.